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IBF Flyweight Boxing Rankings - December 2017

Official Flyweight rankings for December 2017 from the IBF.

Presented as a historical snapshot for that month. Use the weight-class arrows to move up or down divisions, the month controls to jump between updates, and click any fighter's name to see their ranking history with the IBF.

Division
Period
Org
RankIBFDecember 2017
πŸ†Philippines flagDonnie Nietes
Champion

1Argentina flagJuan Carlos Reveco
2
Vacant
3Japan flagTakuya Kogawa
4United Kingdom flagAndrew SelbyNEW
5Mexico flagFrancisco Rodriguez Jrβ–²+1
6Pakistan flagMuhammad Waseemβ–²+1
7Thailand flagEaktawan Mor Krungthepthonburiβ–²+1
8South Africa flagMoruti Mthalaneβ–²+1
9Japan flagMasayuki Kurodaβ–²+1
10Nicaragua flagCristofer Rosalesβ–²+1
11Venezuela flagKeiver Fernandezβ–²+1
12Japan flagKeisuke Nakayamaβ–²+1
13Philippines flagFroilan Saludarβ–²+1
14United Kingdom flagPaddy BarnesNEW
15Venezuela flagAlexis Diaz

Source: IBF

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About the Flyweight Division

Weight Limit: 108-112 lbs (49.0-50.8 kg)

Flyweight is one of boxing's classic divisions, with a history dating back to the early 20th century. The division features fast, skilled fighters known for their technical ability and speed.

Division Characteristics

Flyweights are known for their exceptional speed, technical skill, and ability to fight at a very high pace. Fighters in this division typically rely on skill and volume punching.

Notable Facts

The Flyweight division has been home to many legendary fighters, including Jimmy Wilde and more recently, fighters like Roman GonzΓ‘lez. The division is known for producing exciting, fast-paced fights.

Historical Context

Flyweight has long been one of boxing's most respected divisions, with a rich history of competitive matchups and memorable championship fights.

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Month-over-month changes since November 2017

Entered the top 10

  • GB flag
    Andrew SelbyNow ranked #4
  • NI flag
    Cristofer RosalesPreviously #11, enters at #10

Dropped out of the top 10

  • UA flag
    Artem DalakianLeft the top 10 after #4 β€” now WBA World Champion
  • US flag
    Brian ViloriaPreviously held #5

Biggest risers

  • MX flag
    Francisco Rodriguez JrUp one spot to #5
    β–²+1
  • PK flag
    Muhammad WaseemFrom #7 to #6
    β–²+1
  • TH flag
    Eaktawan Mor KrungthepthonburiClimbed a place to #7
    β–²+1

IBF Flyweight Title History

Champions who have held each belt, from oldest to most recent. Title history only goes back as far as our earliest IBF monthly rankings (December 2005).

IBF Flyweight β€” Champion

Japan flagMasamichi Yabuki
March 2025 β€” Current
1 year 2 months
Mexico flagAngel Ayala Lardizabal
August 2024 β€” March 2025
8 months
United States flagJesse Rodriguez
December 2023 β€” March 2024
4 months
United Kingdom flagSunny Edwards
April 2021 β€” December 2023
2 years 9 months
South Africa flagMoruti Mthalane
July 2018 β€” April 2021
2 years 10 months
Philippines flagDonnie Nietes
April 2017 β€” April 2018
1 year 1 month
Philippines flagJohn Riel Casimero
May 2016 β€” December 2016
8 months
Thailand flagAmnat Ruenroeng
February 2014 β€” May 2016
2 years 4 months
South Africa flagMoruti Mthalane
December 2009 β€” January 2014
4 years 2 months
Philippines flagNonito Donaire
August 2007 β€” July 2009
2 years
Armenia flagVic Darchinyan
December 2005 β€” August 2007
1 year 9 months